PSEE Written Communication 1

Question 1

Which sentence is grammatically correct and most appropriate for a formal government document?

Accepted Answer

The report, which was submitted last week, has been reviewed by the director.

Answer

'The report' is singular, requiring 'has been' (not 'have been'). The non-restrictive clause requires commas on both sides.

Question 2

Choose the most concise and clear version: 'Due to the fact that the budget has been reduced, it will be necessary for us to cut costs.'

Accepted Answer

Because the budget has been reduced, we must cut costs.

Answer

'Due to the fact that' simplifies to 'Because.' 'It will be necessary for us to' simplifies to 'we must.' Option A is the clearest and most concise.

Question 3

A colleague drafted: 'The committee will meet on Tuesday, March 12th, at 10 a.m. in the morning.' What is wrong with this sentence?

Accepted Answer

'in the morning' is redundant with 'a.m.'

Answer

'a.m.' already means 'in the morning,' so 'in the morning' is redundant and should be removed.

Question 4

Which word correctly completes the sentence? 'The policy will ___ everyone in the department.'

Accepted Answer

affect

Answer

'Affect' is the verb meaning to have an influence on. 'Effect' is usually a noun. 'Affect' is the correct verb choice here.

Question 5

Which version uses parallel structure correctly?

Accepted Answer

The manager's duties include reviewing files, attending meetings, and supervising staff.

Answer

Parallel structure requires the same grammatical form for all listed items. Option B uses the -ing form consistently: reviewing, attending, supervising.

PSEE - Public Service Entrance Exam Practice Test

PSEE - Public Service Entrance Exam Practice Test

PSEE Written Communication 1